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How to pronounce reckless in British English

“reckless” pronunciation by British speakers

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“reckless” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. the economy—reckless on tax, reckless on spending and reckless on business, all of which adds up

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. so many reckless Tory policies?

    The Scottish Parliament

  3. He said it was “reckless”.

    UK Parliament

Words that sound like “reckless”

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